DALLAS, TEXAS - JANUARY 22: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors warms up prior to the game against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center on January 22, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)
Soon, the Golden State Warriors are expected to open discussions about their future with the superstar guard, Steph Curry.
Currently, the star guard is eligible for a two-year, $136.7 million contract extension. According to a report, the Warriors are open to giving Curry several options. Basically, the ball could be in the star guard’s court.
GettySAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 05: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors lays up a shot against Jae’Sean Tate #8 of the Houston Rockets in the second quarter at Chase Center on April 05, 2026 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Eakin Howard/Getty Images)
If the Warriors are indeed open to offering the maximum amount of money to Curry, would his decision to take it on shock an insider? ESPN’s Anthony Slater denies that notion.
Steph Curry’s Next Decision Shouldn’t Come As Shocking
GettyINGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 15: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors walks on court past Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Los Angeles Clippers in the second half of an NBA play-in tournament game at Intuit Dome on April 15, 2026 in Inglewood, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
“I would not be shocked if he takes the max. I would probably be a little bit more surprised if he locked into a haircut now. Now, again, he might be a wait-and-see thing—what can and can’t get done,” said Slater on 95.7 The Game. “Guys like max money.”
One of the NBA’s top stars, LeBron James, just shocked the league by taking one of the biggest discounts in history. James went from making over $50 million in 2025-2026 to signing a veteran’s minimum in order to join the Sixers for a possible title run.
GettyINGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 12: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors drives against Derrick Jones Jr. #5 of the Los Angeles Clippersduring the first half of an NBA game at Intuit Dome on April 12, 2026 in Inglewood, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ryan Sirius Sun/Getty Images)
Of course, LeBron made the most in salary in league history. However, Curry isn’t far behind him. In fact, a max extension would push Curry well past LeBron and make him the first member of the $600 million club.
Considering everything Curry gave to the Warriors and the game, nobody would argue that he isn’t worth it.
Still, it seems the Warriors can kiss the hopes of a hometown discount goodbye. While it’s still early–and a lot can change–the early belief seems to be that Curry has a good chance of landing his near-$140 million.
Justin Grasso Justin Grasso is an NBA/NFL reporter, covering trending league news, transactions, injuries, and player developments. He is a credentialed journalist with nearly a decade of insider access. More about Justin Grasso
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Soon, the Golden State Warriors are expected to open discussions about their future with the superstar guard, Steph Curry. Currently, the star guard is eligible for a two-year, $136.7 million contract extension. According to a report, the Warriors are open to giving Curry several options. Basically, the ball could be in the star guard’s court. […]
